"Escape the Winter: Skiing, Santa, and Sunshine"

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Outsyda | Winter Holidays

Escape the Winter: Your Perfect Seasonal Getaway

Winter doesn’t have to mean grey skies. Whether you want to carve powder in the Alps, meet Santa in Lapland, or swap your coat for a swimsuit in the Canary Islands, here’s how to make your winter magical.

Skier on snowy slopes with alpine peaks in the background

Skiing in the Alps: Snow-Capped Perfection

Stretching across France, Switzerland, Austria and Italy, the Alps are a playground for all levels. From beginner-friendly pistes to legendary off-piste, the views and the village vibes are unbeatable.

  • Chamonix, France — big-mountain terrain, Mont Blanc views, brilliant après.
  • St. Anton, Austria — steep, deep and famous for its off-piste routes.
  • Cervinia, Italy — long, sunny runs with access to Zermatt & the Matterhorn.

Best time: December–April (quieter deals early Dec & late March).

Ant’s tip: Book ski fit the afternoon you arrive and hit a gentle warm-up run at first light.
Santa in a cosy Lapland cabin by a fireplace

Meet Santa in Lapland: A Festive Wonderland

Snow forests, twinkling lights and the chance to meet Father Christmas. Add husky sleds, reindeer rides and aurora hunting for the ultimate family (or romantic) escape.

  • Santa’s Village — cross the Arctic Circle & post your letter from Santa’s post office.
  • Husky & Reindeer — glide across the snow the Nordic way.
  • Northern Lights — some of Europe’s best aurora displays on clear nights.

Best time: Late Nov–early Jan for peak Christmas magic; Feb–Mar for longer days & great snow.

Ant’s tip: Book thermal suits in advance and plan one “down day” for aurora-watch flexibility.
Golden beach and turquoise Atlantic in the Canary Islands

Winter Sun in the Canary Islands: Warmth All Year

Trade frost for golden sand. Tenerife, Lanzarote and Gran Canaria deliver blue skies, volcanic landscapes and easy winter warmth without long-haul jet lag.

  • Tenerife — Teide National Park, lively resorts, family-friendly beaches.
  • Lanzarote — lava fields, design-led wineries, quiet coves.
  • Gran Canaria — dunes, mountain villages and great hiking.

Best time: Nov–Mar with daytime highs around 20–25 °C.

Ant’s tip: For calm seas and sunsets, aim for south-west coasts and book seafront dining at golden hour.

Ready to plan your winter escape?

I’ll tailor everything — flights, stays, transfers and experiences — so you can just enjoy it.

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Ant Moverley